About Dana

My dad gave me a beautiful Nikon film camera when I left for college (thanks dad!). Between my studies and the cost of developing film, I almost never used it. But in the spring of 2004, on my way to Nepal, I laid my hands on a digital camera for the first time and discovered a pastime that quickly became a passion.

Maybe it was because, as a former engineer, I loved the way that photography marries creativity and structure. Maybe it was a way for me to do something that's always been difficult: share what's most personal. What I know for sure is that I'm hooked.

Since that day, I've been constantly searching for opportunities to combine photography with every aspect of my life....friendships, family, work, and (of course) travel. It's a privilege to be able to share part of my journey with you. Thanks for taking a look.

November 13, 2010

2010 ADCOLOR Awards

Last weekend, I was fortunate enough to attend the 2010 ADCOLOR Awards in Miami as one of the photographers for the weekend. In a word, WOW! What an amazing event! ADCOLOR, an industry consortium founded in 2005, is the brainchild of Tiffany R. Warren (see her with award show host Soledad O’Brien in the final image below). The consortium promotes and celebrates the efforts of diverse role models and leaders in the marketing, advertising, and media industries. I have known about ADCOLOR since 2008 when my good friend, Akintayo Adewole, became the music director for the organization. But I really had no idea of how wonderful this event would be. There is such an amazingly motivated group of people, mostly volunteers, who plan and orchestrate the show each fall. This year’s all-star honoree was none other than Queen Latifah. Also in the house were Dwyane Wade and Alonzo Mourning. Some of my favorite moments:

Coltrane Curtis’ award speech. Hilarious and touching.

The afterparty on the yacht hosted by DJ Irie and Kid Capri. Amazing.

Interrupting a D.Wade tweet to ask him to look at me for the image below. He likes his phone time.

Spending time with Akintayo as we indulge our respective passions.

Becoming a member of the ADCOLOR family.

I was completely blown away by what Tiffany and her organization have been able to create in a few short years. Congratulations, ADCOLOR, on a fantastic awards weekend. And thank you.